Post details: PPA Teacher and SENCo (Permanent)

The Governors of Cummersdale School are seeking to appoint a teacher from 1st January 2026. The post is part time and would be 3 days per week (0.6). The school will also welcome applications from those who a start date of 23rd February 2026 or later might be more suitable.

We are looking for someone who has:

•    Outstanding teaching skills across the age range
•    The ability to co-ordinate and manage the SEN needs of the children at the school
•    A flexible approach
•    Enthusiasm and creativity
•    Awareness of working in a small school
•    A willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school 
•    The ability to work well as a member of a team    

The role will involve teaching all classes in the school allowing for teachers’ planning, preparation and assessment time. The successful candidate will also act as the school’s SENCo.  Applications are invited from both experienced and Early Career Teachers.

Whilst (0.6) is the preferred amount of time there is some flexibility with this. Further information about the post along with an application form are available on www.cummersdale.cumbria.sch.uk                                                                                  

Cummersdale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of sex, race, gender, religion or belief, marital status or disability. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and prohibition pre-employment check.

Visits to the school are welcomed and these are available on the following dates: 
Wednesday 3rd December, 2pm
Friday 5th December 11am
Monday 8th December 3.30pm

Please email or call the school to make arrangements via [email protected]  or speak to Gareth Jones by phone (01228) 592087 if you require further details about the post.

Closing date for applications is 12pm on Wednesday 10th December 2025 .

Interviews are likely to be Monday 15th December 2025 .

Post Commences: January 2026
Accountable to:  Head Teacher
Reports to: Office Manager
Line Manager to:  Cleaning staff

OP5 £25,989 per annum £13.47 per hour (Grade 5)
Hours:  37 hours per week, full year, with split shifts across the day to cover morning and afternoon site needs
Contract:     Permanent

The Head Teacher and Governors of Upperby Primary school wish to appoint a suitably qualified committed and enthusiastic Site Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the buildings and grounds of the school, liaising regularly with the Office Manager and Headteacher on all aspects of looking after the site, including the cleaning and cleaning staff.

As part of the role they will complete daily visual inspections to ensure the site is secure and safe with key holder responsibilities. Undertake routine maintenance, security, health and safety checks, and monitor contracts and contractors.

 The successful candidate will:
•    have good general DIY and handyperson skills and will be able to identify, monitor and carry out minor repairs and maintenance
•    have an understanding and awareness of COSHH and other relevant legislation in regards to Health & Safety
•    be able to work under pressure and plan work accordingly to meet deadlines
•    be able to remain confidential and be vigilant in safeguarding of the children, staff and wider school community
•    can manage the planned maintenance programme and oversee statutory compliance tasks effectively.
•    maintain accurate and up-to-date records of site activities and compliance checks
•    have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to manage own and other’s workload
•    be able to carry out basic cleaning and housekeeping duties as and when required
•    be able to follow procedures and accept instruction when necessary
•    have a willingness to undertake training in specific areas
•    monitor performance and allocate workload within a team on a day to day basis

We can offer you the opportunity to:
•    have support to continue professional development.
•    become part of a successful and happy school
•    work with a supportive leadership team, committed to helping Upperby be an inspiring place to work and learn

We would welcome informal visits to the school to meet our team and see our facilities. To arrange a visit please contact Carol Wilson, Office Manager.

Interested applicants can apply for this post by requesting information from:
[email protected] or Mrs C Wilson, Office Manager, Upperby Primary School, Uldale Road, CARLISLE. CA2 4JT - 01228 815460 The application pack includes the person specification and job description for this role.

Upperby Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check) and a work place health assessment.

Closing date for applications:  4pm on Wednesday 10 December 2025
Interviews:   Tuesday 16 December 2025

Class Teacher 
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Permanent 
Salary: MPR/UPR (Depending on experience) 
FTE: Full Time 

The Governors and Headteacher of our school are looking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and highly skilled class teacher from April 2026.

Our inspiration is our Mission Statement;
At St Mary’s Catholic Primary School,
We love one another by,
Showing respect and caring for each other.
We always try our best and take pride in ourselves
Because each one of us is special to God.

We are looking to appoint a caring and highly motivated teacher who:
•    has a clear commitment to Catholic Education. A practising Catholic or supportive of our Catholic ethos
•    puts the child at the centre of everything they do
•    can form positive relationships with children, colleagues, parents and the wider community
•    has very high expectations of achievement and behaviour
•    works creatively and as part of a team to provide high quality learning opportunities for pupils
•    maintains a caring, friendly and supportive learning environment.
•    is committed to their own learning journey as a teacher
•    promotes a commitment and love of learning to pupils
•    has high expectations of him/herself and of our pupils and who is committed to high standards and progress.
•    is flexible and committed to the life of the school.
•    has the ability to develop the pupils’ sense of well-being, self-esteem and confidence
•    has a strong understanding and is able to safeguard all children
•    is willing to lead a curriculum subject 
•    organise and run an After School Club

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  To arrange a visit please contact the school office on: 
Tel: 01946 830433
Email: [email protected]
Applications welcomed from all teachers.

The school is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks are required for this post, as are excellent professional references. 

For an application pack and further details please e-mail: [email protected]

Applications, when submitted, should be sent electronically to the above address if possible or posted to the school address to arrive by 9am on Thursday 5th February 2026. 

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 11th February 2026 and all candidates selected for interview will be notified before 5pm on Friday 6th February 2026 by email.
 

Permanent Part Time Clerk to the Governors / Governance Professional Level 2
 
1.5 hours per week, term time only (hours can be worked flexibly)
Start Date – As soon as possible after interview

The Governors of St Michael’s CE Primary School, Bothel are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Clerk to the Governors who will have strong administrative, organisational and interpersonal skills and who will work closely with both the head teacher and the Chair of Governors in organising the work of the governing board.

As clerk, you will contribute towards the efficient and effective functioning of the governing board and its committees by providing:  
•    administrative and organisational support
•    guidance to ensure that the board works in compliance with the appropriate legal and regulatory framework 
•    advice on procedural matters relating to the operation of the board 
In return, we can offer an extremely friendly, caring and welcoming school community and a committed and supportive governing board who have a strong vision and strategy for the school.

If you have the qualities required, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the continuing success of our school, then we would very much welcome an application from you.

Application forms and a job information pack can be downloaded from our school website www.bothel.school 

Completed application forms along with a covering letter should be submitted via email to [email protected] or by post to Mrs C Macaulay, Chair of Governors, St Michael’s CE Primary School, Bothel, Cumbria, CA7 2HN

Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026 at 12 noon
Interview date is to be confirmed

St Michael’s CE School is committed to the safeguarding of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Written professional references will be taken up and any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant criminal records check.